Archives for November 2018

The Easter Egger is not actually a breed but a hybrid bird that does not conform to any of the American Poultry Associations standards. It has, however, been bred to be and exceptionally good egg layer. This beautifully unique bird lays eggs of … [Read more...] about Easter Egger Chicken Breed – Everything You Need to Know

The Cochin is a large chicken with excessive feathers covering its body and legs. Their beautiful plumage makes them idea ornamental and or show birds. These chickens have an exceptional way of holding themselves that make them seem they are a cut … [Read more...] about Cochin Chicken Breed – Everything You Need to Know

The Andalusian is quite a rare bird these days but if you can find them they make a great addition to a flock. They are really good egg layers and their white meat makes for a tasty table chicken. The breeds status is listed as threatened because … [Read more...] about Andalusian Chicken Breed – Everything You Need to Know

The Appenzeller is a very interesting looking chicken that originates from Switzerland. There are two types of Appenzeller and they are the Spitzhauben and the Barthuhner varieties. Whilst both Appenzeller originate for Appenzeller, Switzerland that … [Read more...] about Appenzeller Chicken Breed – Everything You Need to Know

The Araucana is called the South American Rumpless in the USA. They are a very rare breed and have tufts of feathers that extend from the side of their faces which is sometimes referred to as the beard. Only the South American Araucana are rumpless … [Read more...] about Araucana Chicken Breed – Everything You Need to Know

The Ayam Cemani is a mystical bird from Indonesia that has been associated with many a magical, medicinal and lucky charm myth over the years. When one sees this truly magnificent chicken you can understand why. The Ayam Cemani stands proudly … [Read more...] about Ayam Cemani Chicken Breed – Everything You Need to Know

The Barnevelder is a bird that originated from Holland. A relatively new breed with beautiful double laced fancy feathers and lays chocolate brown eggs. This gorgeous dual-purpose chicken is an excellent addition to any coop. A hardy bird that is … [Read more...] about Barnevelder Chicken Breed – Everything You Need to Know

A very majestic chicken that does tend to like to be top of the pecking order. Due to its size (nearly as big as the Jersey Giant) these gentle giants usually reign supreme at the top. Their gently calm and almost diplomatic nature make these birds … [Read more...] about Brahma Chicken Breed – Everything You Need to Know

The Campine is a rare uniquely beautiful chicken with a very upright stance, they have tightly knit feathers that make them appear smaller than they are. These birds are excellent fliers and can be a bit skittish and flighty. They are very … [Read more...] about Campine Chicken Breed – Everything You Need to Know

These beautifully unusual birds have a rare butterfly crest and are one of the few chicken breeds to have five toes. Even though they do not have very good vision due to their crests which tend to limit it they are calm, friendly birds that have … [Read more...] about Houdan Chicken Breed – Everything You Need to Know